วีดีโอ

Super! Very timely, as I just bought this pen! Thanks again.

Thanks for this review, and thank you especially for using standard writing utensils in your size comparison!!! It has never made sense to me to compare a pen to pens that most people don't own...

I own a black Skyline Sport (has silver trim and nib), but I don’t think I will get a Piston Sport. I have an inkling that this pen will largely appeal to those: A) Who want a piston filler from each major company (Pilot CH92, Lamy 2000, etc). B) Those who want one Kaweco, but want something unique that not everyone else owns. or, C) Kaweco Sport Collectors. Otherwise, this model may be a tough sell, though it’s much more competitively priced than the AL Piston Sport. Not including a clip does feel pinche, though.

I really want to own this pen but the size, particularly the grip area to too thin for my hands to use for a long writing session. I had a regular Sport but I let it go for this reason. If it was perhaps 2mm wider, I would jump at the opportunity.

I bought this version because I didn't want to spend about 150€ on an Al Piston in the first place. I love the way it works. And, for the use I make of it, the ink capacity is more than sufficient, much better than the classic small cartridge Sport. The Broad nib provides a splendid writing experience. Personally I would love to see a video about the Hongdian M2. Excellent video. I love the disassembly part in all your videos. It's really helpful. Thanks for your work.

Great review. I also got the M2 “brass”. Love it.

I’ve yet to buy a Kaweco. Curious to hear how you like it.

Hi, nice "how to" video, just wondering, isn't that a lot of grease, and does that not influence the ink ?

I have the same pen and enjoy it. It’s a great fountain pen, especially considering the modest price. Re filling pens with oversized nibs from bottles with too-narrow mouths: I highly recommend getting an Ink Miser (a translucent one without filling holes on the sides of the funnel) and gluing the little pedestal to something (I used an acrylic block intended for stamping). I’ve yet to come across a pen that can’t be easily filled from the Miser. Transfer ink to and from the Miser with a pipette or ink syringe, or just pour it. By the way, another great pen from the same company that made the Hong Dian (or Hongdian - I’ve seen it both ways) A9 is the Asvine J16. It’s a perfectly balanced titanium piston-filler that comes with a silky smooth JoWo nib. It comes in either mirror or brushed finish; I recommend the brushed finish, which is not slippery. If you have not yet tried it, I highly recommend it. It’s even smoother and more comfortable than the A9.

Thanks so much !!! History grad here so mechanical type stuff terrorizes us liberal arts grads. Got my TWSBI Eco full to the brim.

I have the same pen inked with Noodler’s Southwest Sunset. It matches the pen beautifully and the shading is great! And I love the #8 nib.

That vac filler was so cute...🎉

I like Hongdian. They are well made and it’s nice that their designs are largely original - not clones of other brands designs.

Good to see that nib has some spring to it and that it’s not a steel nail. Very useful lesson on how to strip the pen down for cleaning,much appreciated. If it was a piston filler I would definitely get one, I still may.

I own the exact same one. Really beautiful pen, huge nib, great writer. My issue is the pen is way to slippery, I can't use it. Agree with you on the seams.

I first had the N10 which was a good performer but the alignment of the wide lines on the cap and barrel never could be done. It really irked me. The A9 managed to do nicely, though I lost the piston filler which was a shame. My only complaint is the size of the converter. I wish the pen came with a larger converter like the Jinhao 9019 or 9016. The nib and feed are wonderful. Recent Hongdian nibs have been wonderful. Great review.

New sub here, and wanted to thank you for making videos like this one, as well as inc links to the tools you use. I’ve seen several recommendations for those steel shims and no-one ever told me what they were!

Pretty much covers it .👍

Thank you for your video. I have a Kaweco Piston Filler that I carry everywhere and I like it a lot. I was wondering if it was possible to disassemble the piston mechanism for cleaning but apparently that's not an option. Your method of cleaning the pen, therefore, is probably the best. Thanks again and happy holidays!

Can you tell us the name of the syringe filler because the link shows another one it probably shows Asvine syringe. 0:51

Lovely. Thanks very much for this video.

I bought one of these purporting to be “brand new” on eBay, but inside the barrel near the top (opposite end of nib), slight dark smudging that must be ink. Can this be from the factory? Or can I assume someone bought it and tried it out and tried to resell it as “new”?

I have this fountain pen on my Christmas wish list. It will be a great addition to my other Kaweco Sport fountain pens.

Is the body material same as the one used in the cartridege version of the Kaweco classic sport?

I only have one Kaweco Sport, but this looks mighty tempting, especially to have as a pocket German piston filler counterpart to something larger like a Lamy 2000, Pelican M600/M800, or a Montblanc 146. Happy belated birthday. Also, what brand of loose leaf paper do you use for your writing samples?

It seems very easy to disassemble. I have to ask if the piston can also be removed for maintenance. I am still on the fence about getting one. The section is thin. I wish Kaweco took the opportunity to make a larger version. I may opt for the Hong Dian N2.

Looking forward to the review.

I’ve been mulling over the J16, but I’m on the fence about whether I want the Medium or Fine size nib. For reference, I mostly write with Japanese fine mediums and mediums.

I just use a syringe with a blunt needle to flush out an empty cartridge with water then use that same syringe+needle to refill the cartridge with my ink of choice. Pretty much the best way I have found to work with pocket pens.

How you got SFM nib with 823? it's not standard combination

This pen has joined my list of always inked since getting.. its a joy to write with in broad, silky smooth and a nice amount of ink on the paper. I really enjoy writing with it. Yes the ink window is a hold up to the light to see if its full :) but, I'll take that.. its enjoyable to use. Good review, loved the disassemble and put-together

What is the price sir?

Excellent review.

Asvine; if you are watching this, I wouldn't be unhappy if you sent me the J16. 😊

I can't decide between the Carène and m400 can you help me decide

The J16 has been an EDC since I acquired it a month ago. I do agree that a clear ink window would have been better the the smoke colored one, and I wish the Asvine ink windows would be larger. While many of my pens have rounded finials, it would be nice to see a version of J16 with flat finials. Especially if they added jewels to the finials.

I didnt pull the trigger thinking that it will be slippery in hand.

Is there any way to purchase this in India?

I have this on my bucket list to get. I mentioned it to my kids and they said it was too plain. Pity.

I will wait for P20 comes in black trim & nib. I have V126 in frosted black and it surpass my TWSBI ECO and Lamy Safari for my everyday use! love it!

Great review of a nice pen. Looking forward to getting one.

Is the Asvine nib a standard #6? Or is it interchangeable with, say, Moonman M600 nib?

Such a thoughtful and well done review of this classic which was well ahead of its time and still holds its own. Thank you.